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Vets4Pets West Bromwich

Meet the team

Monish Malhotra MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon & Partner

I qualified from the Royal Veterinary College London in 2003. I worked in the Birmingham area in small animal practice for 2 years before I began locuming all over the UK to gain experience. I then worked and travelled around Australia and New Zealand for two and a half years - this was an amazing experience which allowed me to gain invaluable insight into differing clinical practices.

I enjoy being a vet general practitioner, especially the close interaction and relationship between vet and patient. I love providing an excellent service to all my clients and patients - both old and new.

Outside of work I am a sports enthusiast, love to read and am also a movie buff. My rescued Rottweiler, Beyonce, enjoys coming to work with me regularly.

Ionut Iurciuc MRCVS

Senior Veterinary Surgeon

I graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in Iasi Romania in 2015. During my studies I’ve completed internships for both small and large animals. I became a member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons in London in March 2017 and soon I have the opportunity and pleasure to be employed with Companion Care Vets and their extraordinary team. Being a vet surgeon is the best challenge for me because I have to consult patients who do not speak, who can’t say in which area there are dysfunctions, patients who often react simply instinctively; so I must be able to "read" the clinical signs of the patient, interpret, diagnose, and intervene for solving the disease.

With every happy owner I feel like I’ve achieved my purpose. I have my best friend Tasa, a 7 year old boxer, here in the UK with me. She is a lovely companion, the best partner for outdoor activities and my constant source of joy.

Bogdan Florescu MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

I was born & raised in Romania, I studied veterinary medicine in Iasi, where I graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in July 2016.

During university I volunteered & worked inside a veterinary clinic that mostly dealt with small animals, but I also had the chance to work with farm animals for a couple of weeks.

I've always loved animals and one of my dreams was to move to a country that would give me the opportunity to interact with as many animal species as possible. Fortunately this dream came true in 2017, when I was given the chance to join this team.

Outside the work schedule, I enjoy visiting museums, old historical places, and when nobody is listening I really enjoy a good karaoke!

Mircea Cebotari MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

After graduating The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine back in my hometown of Iasi, Romania I decided on a fresh start and moved to England. This transition was easy as the people here had always welcomed me with an open heart. I got to know different people from all walks of life, I got to make unexpected friends, and slowly I found a home here.

Back in Romania I used to practice veterinary medicine at a dairy cattle farm, a job which I truly loved, but at the end of the day I'm a dog person at heart and I got into this field for this particular reason.

I'm glad that I could join this wonderful team and I'm happy knowing that I'll always do a job that brings joy both to me and my patients.

Marta Cziriak MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Ever since I was a child, I liked and loved the animals, and I wanted to be a veterinary surgeon. My dream became a reality when I graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in Cluj Napoca, Romania. During the faculty I had the opportunity to practice and volunteer in small animal clinics, but also in some farms. I also had the opportunity to go with the Erasmus Scholarship to Italy for an exchange of experience.

My dream of working in a veterinary clinic with small animals became I reality when I became a member of the team at Companion Care & Vets4Pets. I am very happy and proud to be part of this great and extraordinary team.

Cosmin Balan MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

I was born in a small town in Romania, and graduated the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in 2015. I then moved to the UK that same year, where I began work as a Meat Hygiene Inspector, ensuring food safety at several abattoirs within Scotland. Getting this job within Vets4Pets really meant a lot, as my dream was always to work in a veterinary clinic. I feel lucky to be surrounded by a supportive team who have been very welcoming & have helped the growth of my career.

Flori Hiruta MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

I was born and raised in a small countryside town in Romania, and I graduated the faculty of veterinary medicine from Cluj Napoca in July 2018. Whilst in Cluj I volunteered for a few animal rescues where I was able to help stray cats & dogs. I decided to move to the UK in September 2018, and in November I got the opportunity to join the Vets4Pets/Companion Care team.

In my free time I enjoy reading, preferably whilst sipping on a tea and cuddling a cat! Back in Romania I have two cats and two mixed breed dogs.

Marius Popa MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

I am Marius and I was born in Iasi in Romania.

I graduated the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in Iasi, Romania in 2006. During the course, and after graduation, I had the opportunity to practice and volunteer in large animal farms, becoming more and more passionate about everything concerning animals and their way of life, & providing them care and treatment.

I gained experience working as a veterinary surgeon in my country, being the owner of a Veterinary Clinic for Large Animals. I became a member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons in London in January 2018 and since then, my dream was to find a job in the UK, as a surgeon and help animals in need.

My dream came true when I joined the team at Companion Care & Vets4Pets in August 2018. Getting this job really meant a lot for me, as my dream was always to work in a veterinary clinic in the UK.

In Romania, I have a 10 years old Lipizzaner, named Theo and a 2 year-old Burmese named Puffy.

In my spare time I like to pilot my ultralight aircraft, to play the drums and to spend time with my family and friends.

Demi Howen, RVN

Head Veterinary Nurse and Clinical Coach

I have been with Companion Care for 6 years, starting as a student nurse and graduated as an RVN in 2016. Many years on and I am the head nurse of our three practices and clinical coach to our students.

I oversee the clinical running of the practices and am currently working towards a specialist certificate in emergency and critical care, with hopes to move to a referral practice In the distant future. I thoroughly enjoy working between our three practices especially conducting weight loss & diabetic clinics, as well as having a keen interest in orthopaedic surgery and exotics. I am very fond of large breed dogs with a particular soft spot for staffies stemming from my own crazy staffie Marley.

I am extremely passionate about providing the highest level of care to all of our patients and look forward to meeting new clients and their beloved pets every day.

Liz Roberts BSc (Hons)

Practice Manager

I graduated from the University of Northampton in 2012 with a Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Applied Animal Studies, and then started working at Companion Care/Vets4Pets in early 2013.

During my time at the practice, I have been involved in a variety of roles - from reception to nursing - and I have now progressed to my current role as the overall manager of our 3 branches. My role largely involves administration duties, overseeing insurance claims, and the general running of the practice.

I was present during the opening of both our Merry Hill & West Bromwich branches, and I am very proud to see their success and see all our happy, regular clients! I am always striving to improve the care & service provided to all our patients & owners.

I have a keen interest in dog behaviour & training, I have a particular soft spot for both spaniels and collies, and am also guinea pig mad! I have previously owned several spaniels & currently own a rescue dog called Molly who is a 6 year-old Springer Spaniel cross Collie (pictured with me here). I also own a very fluffy, Norwegian Forest Cat called Cleo, and a whole herd of guinea pigs!

Zoe Davis

Deputy Practice Manager & Student Veterinary Nurse

I completed a BTEC National Diploma in Animal Management at Halesowen College in 2011 & am now at Solihull College studying veterinary nursing.

I have worked between our 3 clinics (Oldbury, Merry Hill & West Bromwich) since 2014. I feel very privileged to be working with such an amazing team of individuals & I thoroughly enjoy interacting with the clients and their animals & maybe having a cuddle or two!

I have a particular soft spot for larger dog breeds such as Saint Bernard's and Mastiffs. I volunteered in the equine industry for over 5 years before getting horses of my own - I currently own 3 horses & a naughty Shetland pony! I have also previously owned a wide variety of animals including rats, gerbils, and hedgehogs, but currently I have a black cockapoo called Milo, 2 guinea pigs, and 3 ferrets!

In my spare time I enjoy having a relaxing day down at the stables with my horses, and playing pool or watching films on the weekend with friends.

Lesley Palmer RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Sue Shepherd RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

I qualified from Berkshire college of agriculture in 1987, and have worked in small animal practices for over 25 years. I have a particular interest in surgery and anaesthesia. My role here at Vets4Pets is as an emergency night nurse - I very much enjoy my role & the great team I work alongside

I have always had a passion for animals and their welfare. Outside of work I am involved in Bull Terrier Rescue. I have my own rescue dog, a miniature bull terrier called Minnie, and I enjoy long walks with her.

I also enjoy travelling as much as possible, and I love to line dance and learn Spanish.

Becky Turley

Student Veterinary Nurse

I am currently studying veterinary nursing at Halesowen College. I have a great passion for what I am working to become. I have previously taken part with work experience at a mini zoo and stables where I cared for farm and exotic animals! At home I have a Chug (Chihuahua cross with Pug), a rescue collie, a cat, a lion head rabbit, and a young pony which I spend a lot of time with! I am look forward to meeting all clients and their pets!

Courtney Ellis BSc (Hons)

Veterinary Care Assistant

I graduated from the University of Wolverhampton in 2016 with a degree in Animal Behaviour and Wildlife Conservation BSc (Hons). I have always had a keen interest in animal behaviour, during my degree I had the opportunity to travel to South India to study Asian elephants and track Tigers. I also travelled to Slovakia to track Bears and Wolves. I loved it!

Over the years I have had many family pets such as cats, dogs, ferrets and even the occasional rescued baby bird. Now I have my very own fur sole mate, my rescued beagle, Nancy. She is challenge and has epilepsy but I would not change her for the world and is definitely one of a kind.

Jess Ferriday

Veterinary Care Assistant

I have recently joined the team after working for 7 years in the Pet Retail industry. I am a C-SQP and I completed a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management in 2012.

Working with animals has always been a passion of mine and I am looking forward to learning more about veterinary care, with the aim of becoming a veterinary nurse.

At home I have two Bunnies called Harley, who is a Lionhead Cross and Lola, who is a Dwarf Lop. So a lot of my spare time is spent maintaining their shed and ensuring they have plenty enrichment to keep them occupied. In my spare time I also take the time to work on my Wildlife and Zoo Photography.

Dom Allen

Veterinary Care Assistant

I previously worked at Pets at Home & during that time I gained hands-on experience with numerous animals, and completed several animal-related exams. This experience in the animal industry reinforced my natural passion for animals and made me want to pursue a higher level of training. I am hoping to return to college to train as a fully-qualified vet nurse in the near future.

I am an avid video maker and most of my free time is spent making short films and videos. I'm also a huge football and boxing fan. I've always had a great love of animals which is shown through my large pet collection which consists of a Leonberger mountain dog, a Bengal cat, a rescue cat, two rabbits, two gerbils and a bearded dragon.

Alex Robinson

Veterinary Care Assistant

I studied to be a veterinary nursing assistant at Solihull College and qualified in June 2016, I have always had a passion for animals. I grew up with a variety of domestic and exotic animals. I always knew I wanted to work in a veterinary practice. I was keen to expand my experience so I did an internship at a stables while at school. In my free time I love reading, paint balling, and horse riding. I have a passion for music, history, art and design, culture and love expanding my knowledge whenever I can. At home I have a variety of parrots, dogs and a cat called willow.

Leah Mills

Veterinary Care Assistant

I am currently studying alevels in Biology, Maths and Art at Oldbury Academy and hope to go on to study veterinary nursing at Halesowen college.

I have completed several months of work experience in animal care environments and have developed a passion for ferrets and geckos as well as the love I've always had for dogs.

Throughout my life I have owned many animals, including several hamsters, rabbits, guineapigs and dogs. I currently live with my bischon Daisy, Jack-a-poo Poppy and hamster Fidget all of whom I adore.

Olivia Hipkiss

Veterinary Care Assistant

I have been with the team for over 6 months now, and I really enjoy working with such amazing people. I have been able to meet lovely clients and their pets. I mainly work between the Oldbury branch and the West Bromwich emergency branch.

I attend Birmingham Ormiston Academy (BOA) which is a performing arts college in Birmingham, and I study Performing Arts Dance.

I have had quite a few pets over the years - currently I have a kitten named Tonks and a Staffordshire Bull Terrier named Marley.

Tony Braich

Veterinary Care Assistant

Helen Hardwick

Receptionist

I have a lifelong passion for animals and have always been surrounded by a varied collection of pets. At the moment I have 14 Maine Coon cats, a long-haired chihuahua called Denis, four tanks of tropical fish & a pond of Koi Carp. I breed and occasionally show my Maine Coons and I am a G.C.C.F. Judge of Maine Coons, Siberians & Norwegian Forest Cats.

I love spending time with my family and friends and, when I have the opportunity, I am regularly found with my head buried in a book, I especially enjoy thrillers. I have been a client of this practice & the sister surgeries in Oldbury & Merry hill for several years and am thrilled to be part of the team.

Alison Farr

Receptionist

I am a new addition to the companion care and Vets4Pets team. Having been a veterinary receptionist for just under two years I have found it a very rewarding job. I really enjoy meeting our clients and getting to know them and their pets. I find the brachycephalic breeds very interesting having seeing a lot of the breed in my previous job.

When I'm not working I spend time with my daughter and our Staffy cross Presa Canario Dog called Ruby, and I have five cats, Koko, Mika, Luna, Tashy and Amber. Two of my cats are rescue cats. They are all crazy characters and are full of love which is always great to have at the end of a long day. I am excited about the variety of species that attend our surgeries and I am looking forward to getting to know everyone too.

Trish Johnson

Receptionist

I have recently joined the practice as part of the reception team. When I left school I went to Halesowen college for 3 years to study a BTEC National Diploma in animal management & animal care. Working with animals has always been a career I wanted to be part of. I would eventually like to progress to become a veterinary nursing assistant. Since a young age I always had family pets, such as dogs, cats, and hamsters. I currently have a little hamster called Poppy! I do have a big fear of spiders, so if I do see one…I’ll be gone like the wind! I’m looking forward to meeting all our clients & their furry companions.